SideQuest

SideQuest serves as an early access layer for Virtual Reality, providing users with the latest games from Oculus Meta Quest Games and Oculus App Lab, as well as numerous free apps. By offering a diverse range of content, it enables users to enhance the capabilities of their standalone VR headsets in a safe and secure manner.

It is important to note that SideQuest is completely free for both users and developers and will remain so. With over 2 million active monthly users, the app is the best platform to promote VR games and apps!



Get SideQuest app

To get started with SideQuest you can create an account here and then pick from Easy or Advanced installers. For new users, we recommend the Easy Installer.

SideQuest Easy Installer
Grab Easy Installer to install SideQuest inside your headset and easily transfer game ports like those from Dr Beef & Team.

• Super simple and quick install process.
• Install the VR app to your headset.
• Easy game port transfers for games like Doom, Quake, Half-Life, etc.
• Manage headset settings and more.

SideQuest Advanced Installer
Grab Advanced Installer to be able to install APK files, manage your apps and files and install games and apps from your PC.

• Manage files and apps on your headset.
• Install APK and OBB files to your headset.
• Stream from your headset to your PC (Windows Only).
• Manage headset settings and more.

Overview

SideQuest is a Windows desktop application that facilitates sideloading, a technique used to load VR content from sources that are not officially approved by the relevant websites. Although it may seem dubious, sideloading is usually helpful for testing apps that have not yet been accepted by the Oculus Store or Facebook/Meta. If you want to download this tool, here's how you can do it.

To begin, download the program onto your PC. Be aware that some operating systems may require additional packages to be installed. Next, enable Developer Mode on your Oculus account through the website or the Oculus app. Create an "organization" as a developer on the website and install the necessary drivers for your headset. Then, enable Developer Mode, reboot your device, and connect it to your PC/Laptop.

Connect your device to your PC via a USB cable, preferably a Type-C port. When prompted, allow USB debugging on your device and check "Always allow from this computer." It is best to disable the unlock pattern on your mobile app as well. After that, you should see a green dot on the top left of SideQuest and the name of your headset. You are now ready to start sideloading, which the program makes easy to do.

PROS

• Access to Unofficial VR Content
• User-Friendly Interface
• Customizable Library Management
• Regular Content Updates
• Support for Multiple VR Platforms

CONS

• Requires Technical Knowledge
• Possible Stability Issues
• Limited Official Content Availability

System Requirements

The system requirements for SideQuest depend on the operating system being used. For Windows, it requires at least Windows 7 or higher and a 64-bit processor. Additionally, all users will need to have an Oculus Meta Quest or Oculus Quest 2 virtual reality headset and a compatible USB cable.

Conclusion

In conclusion, SideQuest for PC has numerous applications and offers a user-friendly interface. Although installation steps may vary depending on the operating system, they are a one-time process. The program not only serves as an alternative to the Oculus Store, but it also enables users to manage their VG gaming by facilitating TV screencasting and streaming.

For those seeking VR content beyond the official store, this software is highly recommended. The maximum rating for this app from the FileHorse review team.